About Anzcro

From Australia’s small but perfectly formed island of Tasmania to its lush tropical north; the rugged backbone of the Southern Alps to the serene beauty of the Bay of Islands in New Zealand; we’re proud to share the magic with all who seek adventure on these shores. [read more..]

Water transport to and from the track, and transfer of luggage each day

Your Queen Charlotte Track Land Co-op Pass

Supply of a light day pack and walking pole while on the trip

Important Additional Information

Day prior: Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company will deliver a welcome pack to your pre-walk accommodation which will include details such as: your guide, the names of the rest of the walkers in your group and pick-up/arrival time at our office for your trip. You do not need to attend a pre-trip briefing the night prior, but Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company do need to know where you are staying to ensure you receive your registration forms and luggage bags. We encourage clients to call into the office and see them the day before departure if you have time. We reserve the right to alter itineraries, timetables and vessel types. All travel subject to weather and tides which may cause delay/cancellation.

Conditions: Prices are per person, twin/double-share and subject to availability. Prices are correct at the time of submission (Jul 18) but are subject to change without notice. Valid for travel 1 Oct 18 to 15 Apr 19. Blackout periods may apply. A non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking. Additional water transport costs, if required, are to be met by you.

Day 1

Your trip begins with a personalised eco-tour with our guides on board a Cougar Line catamaran. During the morning your guide will share their knowledge of the sea birds and marine mammals as you travel to Motuara Island in the outer Queen Charlotte Sound. Here you may have the opportunity to see the rare South Island Saddleback and South Island Robin who have been re-colonised on this island sanctuary.

From Motuara Island you will cross the sound to be dropped off at Ship Cove where you will begin your walk on the Queen Charlotte Track. Ship Cove is one of the most historic areas in the sounds as it was one of James Cook’s most popular destinations on his many world travels. The area is surrounded by bountiful virgin bush and the walk to the top of the ridge provides spectacular views.

As you make your way down into Endeavour Inlet, you will spy Furneaux Lodge, your first night’s accommodation. You will stay in twin share studio suites.

Dinner will be served in the restaurant with a glass of wine.

Approximate walking time: 5–6 hours

Walking distance: 14km

2

Day 2

After a leisurely breakfast at Furneaux Lodge, you may like to take a walk up to the waterfall and see the magnificent stands of native bush. Re-join the track as it winds its way around the coastline to the other side of Endeavour Inlet. Prolific birdsong dominates the day as you walk through some regenerating and virgin native bush.

Your accommodation this evening is at Punga Cove Resort in twin-share chalets.

Dinner is served in the restaurant with a glass of wine.

Approximate walking time: 4 hours

Walking distance: 12.5km

3

Day 3

Today you walk from Punga Cove to the The Portage Hotel along the ridge between Kenepuru and Queen Charlotte Sound. Spectacular views dominate the day as you negotiate the very undulating ridge between the two sounds.

This section is considered the most difficult on the track and clients do need to have a good level of fitness to enjoy the walk. There is the option to take water transport from Punga Cove to The Portage Hotel for those who require a rest!

Approximate walking time: 8 hours

Walking distance: 24.5km

4

Day 4

Your final day on the Queen Charlotte Track, today you will ascend to a ridgeline track providing wonderful vistas of the sounds as you walk along. After Mistletoe Bay, the track sidles along the hill and drops down into Davies Bay, before the last half-hour through mature beech forest ending at Anakiwa, where your water transport will collect you for your return to Picton.

Arriving in Picton at around 4.30pm, you can enjoy a farewell get-together at our base, enjoying a relaxing drink while you reminisce over the magic of the last four days.